Women's Representation in Legal Leadership On the Rise Globally

Women have been grossly underrepresented in the field of law over the years. According to data shared by the International Bar Association, women’s representation as lawyers has risen to come at par with men. However, in leadership roles, women continue to be underrepresented. Today 51 percent of the total lawyers globally are women. But only 32 percent are part of decision-making roles. women’s rise in the judiciary has also been on the rise but work remains to be done to attain complete parity.

The current edition of The Global Woman Officer dives deep into women’s rise in the field of law and brings to you conversations with inspirational women Head of Legal from across the world.

On the cover we feature Eman ElSharkawy, Regional Compliance Director of Middle East, Africa & Russia CIS Region, AbbVie Pharmaceuticals. Eman ElSharkawy serves as the Regional Compliance Director for the Middle East, Africa & Russia CIS Region at AbbVie Pharmaceuticals. With a wealth of experience and expertise in corporate compliance, she navigates complex regulatory landscapes with integrity, ensuring adherence to ethical standards across diverse markets.

In this magazine edition also read about Alaa Eltom, Legal Director, Deliveroo. Having transitioned from private practice to an in-house role, Alaa thrives in both environments, approaching challenges with agility, innovation, and courage. She prioritizes building strong relationships, fostering open communication, and understanding the needs of her clients.

We also shed spotlight on the professional journey of Vijayakumari Karunakaran, the Head of Legal at Gerab National Enterprise. Vijayakumari Karunakaran attributes her leadership approach to a diverse upbringing and influential female role models. Her journey has been profoundly shaped by her multicultural upbringing and strong female role models.

The magazine edition also introduces readers to Charu Vyas, the Chief Legal and Compliance Officer at GTN. She is an accomplished professional with a strong foundation in law. Having earned an LL.B degree with a gold medal from Bareilly and an LL.M from NLSIU, Bangalore, Charu has demonstrated a commitment to legal excellence from the outset. Her international exposure, gained through internships with organizations such as the United Nations, has enriched her global legal perspective.

Read on to know more about these women leaders and their expertise as leaders in law.

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